Executive Chef — Lead Creative Dining at Luxury Hotel

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atlantis Sports Club membership

Complimentary meal during work day

Attendance at Summer Jam Family Picnic

Holiday Party

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Manager to lead all kitchen operations for the hotel, ensuring safe, sanitary, and cost-effective production of high-quality food. You will oversee outlets, banquets, and purchasing while guiding a team toward excellent guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, budget discipline, and a proven track record in food and beverage management within the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of post-high school education; culinary education desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food and beverage management principles and hospitality operations.
• Leadership to motivate and develop staff and meet goals.
• Strong communication and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day kitchen operations across outlets, banquets, stewarding, and purchasing.
• Manage HR activities: hiring, training, coaching, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
• Plan and manage procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all hotel foods within budget.
• Monitor sanitation and maintenance of kitchen and equipment to meet standards.
• Develop and manage the department budget; control labor and food costs.
• Develop menus and back-up records to improve revenues while maintaining quality.
• Execute Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities.
• Maintain regular attendance and availability as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budget forecasting

Menu development

Food safety

Staff training

Operations management

Education

Two+ years post-high school education

Culinary education desirable

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Manager to lead all kitchen operations for the hotel, ensuring safe, sanitary, and cost-effective production of high-quality food. You will oversee outlets, banquets, and purchasing while guiding a team toward excellent guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, budget discipline, and a proven track record in food and beverage management within the hospitality industry.